Redmi Note 5 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7

The Redmi Note 5 (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 69/100 vs 25/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has the bigger battery (4400 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 282,713); the Redmi Note 5 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 by 44 points (69/100 vs 25/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 5
Performance 21
Display 32
Camera 12
Battery 32
Portability 80
Value for money 12
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Performance 92
Display 78
Camera 52
Battery 39
Portability 66
Value for money
What makes Redmi Note 5 better?
  • Lighter: 180g vs 215g

  • Better portability (80/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 282713
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 294
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1083
  • Bigger battery: 4400 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 21/100)
  • Better camera (52/100 vs 12/100)
  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better display (78/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 5 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 scores 44 points higher (69/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (92/100 vs 21/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (52/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (92/100 vs 21/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (52/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (39/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).

Redmi Note 5: The Redmi Note 5 is a better fit for everyday use.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 5 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 282713 3119308
Geekbench Single 294 3041
Geekbench Multi 1083 9494
Display 6.0" IPS LCD 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
Resolution 1968x2184
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 4400 mAh
Charging 25W
Wireless charging 15W
Main camera 12 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 10 MP
Front camera 13 MP 10 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB / 6GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP48
Dimensions 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm
Weight 180 g 215 g
Launch price $200
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 5
  • Main: 12MP
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 5
  • 6.0" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 5
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
32
battery
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
39
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Note 5 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Note 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 636
25/100
282713 AnTuTu
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
69/100 +90.9%
3119308 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Redmi Note 5 by 90.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 5
$200
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (92/100 vs 21/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (78/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 (52/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (39/100 vs 32/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 5 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 5 by 44 points (69/100 vs 25/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Redmi Note 5 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 69/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on camera score (52/100 vs 12/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (92/100 vs 21/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 5 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?

The Redmi Note 5 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.